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The role of the Information and Privacy Commissioner is set out in three privacy and access laws: the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA). The IPC acts independently of government to uphold and promote open government and the protection of personal privacy.
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Privacy is a fundamental right for all Ontarians. Government organizations that collect personal information must follow the rules set out in the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). Health information custodians must follow the rules set out under the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).
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The Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), governs the collection, use and disclosure of personal health information within the health sector. The object is to keep personal health information confidential and secure, while allowing for the effective delivery of health care.
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In accordance with Ontario’s privacy and access laws, the Commissioner and his delegates issue decisions, orders and privacy investigation reports.
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Commissioner’s Year-End Message

Dec 27 2017

As 2017 draws to a close, I would like to take a moment to update you on an incredibly busy and productive year at the IPC, one in which my office worked hard to deliver on its mandate on behalf of all Ontarians.

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Bill 160 Submission to the Standing Committee on General Government – The Strengthening Quality and Accountability for Patients Act, 2017.

Nov 20 2017

Today my office made a submission to the Standing Committee on General Government to provide comments and concerns about Bill 160, The Strengthening Quality and Accountability for Patients Act, 2017.

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Brian Beamish began his career at the IPC in 1999, as Director of Policy and Compliance. He was later appointed to Assistant Commissioner in 2005, where he directed the Tribunal Services Division, ...
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2 Bloor Street East, Suite 1400 Toronto, ON M4W 1A8

E-mail: info@ipc.on.ca

Telephone: 416-326-3333

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